Werner Bronkhorst Opens Debut Los Angeles Solo Exhibition
The celebrated painter debuts a collection of football-themed works to coincide with the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Los Angeles, CA (July 9, 2026) - Werner Bronkhorst's debut solo exhibition in Los Angeles, Big Balls, has opened to the public today. Running through July 12 in a custom-designed gallery space at 8175 Melrose Avenue, the exhibition marks the artist's first showcase in the city and the latest milestone in his rapidly expanding global presence.
Documenting his creative process via social media to an audience of 2.7 million followers, Bronkhorst has quickly gained international recognition for his vibrant, hyper-realistic paintings that conceal miniature figures within richly layered compositions. A testament to his global popularity, his recent Dubai exhibition attracted more than 10,000 visitors in just three days, with the original collection selling out in only 12 minutes.
Big Balls showcases a special collection of 11 never-before-seen paintings celebrating the unrivalled spirit, energy and excitement of football, as the city comes to life for the World Cup.
“Los Angeles brings culture, creativity, and an incredible amount of hype and energy," says Werner. "It's a city that embraces both art and sport at the highest level, making it the perfect place for a collection like Big Balls.”
The hero piece is From Every Corner, Bronkhorst’s largest work to date that depicts a star player from every participating country in the tournament, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Mo Salah alongside 45 others. This piece will be exclusively offered at auction house PHILLIPS’ Modern and Contemporary Art Live Auction on July 16.
"Just like creating a work of art, football requires patience, discipline, dedication, and years of practice. The beauty of the game isn't found in the final result, but in the countless hours of effort, repetition, and commitment that happen behind the scene." says Werner.
In continuation of his community-led approach to painting, Bronkhorst will also complete the artwork live within the exhibition itself.
All other works from the collection, alongside special merchandise, will be available to purchase directly via Bronkhorst’s website on July 13.
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Public Exhibition
July 9 -12
Thursday to Saturday 10 am - 8 pm, Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
Address: 8175 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles
Visit www.wernerbronkhorst.com and follow @werner_bronkhorst for all updates.
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About Werner Bronkhorst
Werner Bronkhorst is a South African-born, Sydney based visual artist known for his two distinct styles: hyper realistic miniature figures set against abstract sculptural backdrops and bold charcoal car drawings overlaid with dense text. Raised in Pretoria, Bronkhorst is deeply influenced by abstract expressionism, surrealism, and pop culture, drawing inspiration from artists such as Warhol, De Kooning, Haring, and Magritte.
Through social media, Bronkhorst offers audiences a raw, behind-the-scenes look at his creative process. By late 2024, Bronkhorst’s audience had grown to over 1 million followers and has now sky-rocketed to 2.7 million, drawn to his authentic storytelling and distinctive aesthetic. Bronkhorst was recently recognised as a member of Forbes Asia's 30 under 30 for 2026.
